gyration

Definitions

A rapid movement in a circle or spiral; a whirl.

The act of rotating or revolving around a fixed point or axis.

Examples

The dancer's rapid gyration across the stage captivated the entire audience.

The mechanical failure caused a violent gyration of the turbine blades.

Synonyms

rotation revolution spin whirl twirl pivot turning

Antonyms

stasis stability stillness immobility rest fixity stagnation